Medical Laboratory Scientist II - Infectious Disease Diagnostics Laboratory

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia•Philadelphia, PA

1d•$32 - $41

About The Position

To perform and report various laboratory tests prescribed by physicians. Has advanced experience and/or laboratory training that gives this candidate the ability (tech skill inventory) to perform this service in multiple sections of the laboratory as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Science, or other science related fields Required
At least one (1) year experience and a minimal, demonstrated tech skill inventory. Required
Exhibits the ability to work with computer programs and computer controlled equipment. (Required proficiency)
Exhibits the ability to handle and interpret data, multitask, and maintains confidential material. (Required proficiency)
Exhibits good laboratory technique and safety practices. (Required proficiency)
Exhibits good communication, technical and organizational skills. (Required proficiency)
Experience and/or training in multiple laboratory section (skill inventory). (Required proficiency)

Nice To Haves

Medical Technologist (MT) - The American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) - upon hire - Preferred
Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - The American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) - upon hire - Preferred

Responsibilities

Accurately performs routine to moderately complex diagnostic tests or procedures as assigned in multiple laboratory sections (skill inventory) and reports results through appropriate channels.
Completes, evaluates and records all appropriate quality controls and quality assurance markers.
Activates troubleshooting procedures when necessary and trains others to perform this responsibility when assigned.
Effectively trains others on new methods, technical procedures and practices.
Assists others (as appropriate based on skill level) with expertise of advance experience and or training (skill inventory) as necessary for laboratory operation.
Performs preventative/safety maintenance on equipment and maintains a safe, clean and efficient work environment.
Takes initiative in problem solving equipment failures to the extent capable.
Communicates unresolved issues to supervisor or designee.
Complies with personal protective equipment (PPE) and other laboratory and hospital safety standards 100% of the time.
Notifies supervisor of unsafe events.
Responsibly controls and maintains inventory.
Trains others to perform this responsibility when assigned.
Provides professional, courteous and calm customer service to both internal and external customers.
Identifies appropriate resources and sources for re-directed inquiries.
Acts as a reference source for laboratory procedures within their skill inventory as necessary.
Regularly reviews operational procedure manuals.
Maintains individual annual technical competency assessments.
Actively identifies and pursues learning needs.
Actively participates in departmental and continuing education meetings.
Successfully completes 12 units of approved continuing education activities during evaluation cycle.